This job is a unique position for a medical post within our NHS inpatient drug and alcohol detoxification unit New Beginnings.
Aspire Doncaster Drug and Alcohol Services provide community and inpatient services.
We are looking for a Trust Grade Doctor wanting to develop a wide range of skills and experience within Addiction Psychiatry. This post is a rare opportunity to work within an inpatient setting.
This full-time post includes 2 sessions of Supporting Programmed Activities (SPAs), enabling the post holder to pursue CPD, service development, management, teaching, or research interests.
The post holder is supported by a full time Addiction Psychiatrist.
We are looking for a doctor who demonstrates the following skills.
The ability to complete comprehensive medical assessments including physical examination.
Prescribe a variety of medications related to physical or mental health conditions, the detoxification and for any medical emergencies that arise.
Formulate and review detoxification plans according to the patient’s progress.
Be able to respond to manage medical and mental health emergencies related to the detoxification or existing health problems.
Input into twice daily MDT meetings.
Work well within the multidisciplinary team
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
